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A Fresh Start Basic or Fresh Start Checking account is a great place to start your journey, offering all the conveniences of a checking account, yet designed with the appropriate safeguards in place to help promote sound financial management. An AmeriCU representative will connect you with the Fresh Start account level that is right for you!
Both Fresh Start Accounts feature:
We’ll also go over any of the safeguards you may experience as part of the Fresh Start process, such as:
Once you’ve established healthy financial habits over the course of one calendar year and haven’t experienced any insufficient funds or fees for any returned transactions, you’re eligible to graduate to the next level of AmeriCU’s official Checking Accounts!
Interested in learning more? Click ‘Let’s Connect’ in the bottom right-hand corner to get a Fresh Start with an AmeriCU representative now. Or, visit any AmeriCU location to get started*.
Available online and in-person, connect one-on-one with our certified credit union financial counselors can provide you with personalized guidance. We can help you:
Featuring a variety of savings solutions for a safe and secure place to save more of what you earn.
We offer online courses on a variety of topics. Or, join us in-person for free financial presentations.
These tools can help you determine your financial behavior and help you find opportunities for improvement.
Questions? Click the ‘Let’s Connect’ button in the bottom right-hand corner to get started!
As consumers continue to adapt to rising costs of living and shifting financial priorities, many are increasingly looking for ways to grow their money without sacrificing access to their funds. In response, AmeriCU Credit Union has introduced a new High-Rate Money Market Account designed to offer both competitive returns and liquidity.
AmeriCU Credit Union proudly partnered with the Syracuse Mets to launch the AmeriCU Most Improved Student Program, celebrating student growth with on‑field recognition and a memorable ballpark experience.
Teaching kids to budget is like teaching them how to ride a bike. You could be as involved as you’d like, or you could let them learn on their own. One way or another, your kids will create their own financial habits just like they could learn to ride a bike eventually.
*Fees and restrictions apply. For more information and eligibility requirements, visit your local Financial Center today.
**Rates are determined by creditworthiness and other factors at time of application. The Annual Percentage Rate (APR) for purchases and balance transfers is 15.90%. Minimum interest charge is $0.50. Foreign Transaction Fee (Finance Charge) is 1% of transaction amount. Cash Advance Fee $10.00 or 3% of the amount of each cash advance, whichever is greater.
